Address Tasmanian Audit Office
Office of the Auditor General
Performance Audit Services
Applications must be submitted by Monday 11 March, 2024 11:55 PM
Position details
Applications close:
Monday 11 March, 2024 11:55 PM AEST
Award/Classification:
Tasmanian State Service Award - General Stream Band 6
Salary:
$105,921.00 to $119,801.00 per annum
Employment type:
Permanent, flexible
Region:
South
Location:
Hobart
Job description:
The Manager - Performance (Manager) is responsible for managing and conducting audits in accordance with professional standards and the law to report to Parliament on the performance of State entities assessing whether they are operating efficiently, effectively and economically and making recommendations for improvements.
Manager, Performance Audit – an unexpected next step in your career
Here’s your chance to join a respected and influential organisation focused on improving the performance of, and the public’s trust in, the public sector.
Our role is to provide assurance to Parliament and the Tasmanian community about the performance of public sector entities and we are part of Tasmania’s integrity system. Performance audits focus on getting to the heart of issues that are important to the Parliament and Tasmanians. You can learn more about what is in our work program by reading our Annual Plan of Work on our website (Annual Plan of Work 2023-24 - Tasmanian Audit Office).
We currently have a permanent vacancy for a Manager, Performance Audit. In this role you’ll be leading small teams working on performance audits on the Auditor-General’s behalf. From day to day you could find yourself carrying out fieldwork in different parts of the State, meeting with people from a wide range of organisations, from frontline public servants to politicians, or briefing parliamentary committees. It’s a challenging role full of variety that gives you a unique view of the public sector in Tasmania.
For the successful candidate we will provide the training and tools for you to excel in this role including training and networking with peers from across Australasia.
If this sounds like the job for you, we’d love to hear from you, especially if you have experience in:
working on research or evaluation projects in the public sector;
analysing financial or other data;
participating in the development of public policy; or
contributing to state government reviews or inquiries.
We are a diverse and inclusive workplace and understand the importance of flexible working arrangements. Talk to us about how this could work for you.
Hours per fortnight
73.50 hours per fortnight - flexible options available.
Duties
Manages complex audits and/or undertakes components of projects within cost, time and quality parameters.
Plans audits and develops audit criteria.
Utilises information technology and computer systems to complete audit work, analyse data and prepare reports.
Maintains complex working papers (in accordance with Office policy and relevant standards) to record evidence of audit work.
Identifies and researches potential complex audit issues and risks while developing options and recommendations for effective solutions to senior management.
Applies contemporary knowledge of public sector operations, structures and responsibilities in audit evaluation and research methodologies to produce effective performance audits.
Leads and maintains a regular and professional relationships with personnel at all levels in organisations under review.
Prepares draft reports on the outcomes of audits for discussion with clients and for internal review prior to tabling in Parliament. Manages the process of tabling reports including preparing and making briefings and presentations for assigned complex audits.
Provides supervision, guidance, training and performance feedback to assigned staff and the management of experts when required.
Contributes to team cohesiveness and maintains professional and collaborative relationships within the Office.
Performance is measured against Key Performance Indicators that are developed and agreed to for each role in the Office and documented in annual Performance Plans.
Pre-employment Checks
The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this position is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:
Conviction checks in the following; Arson and fire setting; Violent crimes and crimes against the person; Sex-related offences; Drug and alcohol related offences; Crimes involving dishonesty; Crimes involving deception; Making false declarations; Malicious damage and destruction to property; Serious traffic offences; Crimes against public order or relating to the Administration of Law and Justice; Crimes against Executive or the Legislative Power; Crimes involving Conspiracy.
Disciplinary action in previous employment check.
Identification check.
Desirable Requirements
A tertiary qualification at degree level in a relevant discipline from a recognised tertiary institution.
Either three years supervised/mentored practical experience or five years unsupervised practical experience in the relevant discipline.
Driver’s Licence.
How to apply
To apply, please provide a Short Form Application which is a 2 page covering letter outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and a copy of your current Resumé/CV.
If you are unable to submit your application online, please contact the Tasmanian Audit Office on (03) 6165 4912.
For more information
Janine McGuinness Assistant Auditor General Janine.McGuinness@audit.tas.gov.au Phone: 0419 540 685
